14 Dec Dr Libby: How to support your health in times of stress NZ has had it fair share of distress in the last six years. A natural disaster activates our stress response "fight or flight". Having trouble sleeping could be because of adrenalin. Good quality sleep is essential to help us repair and restore our body during times of stress. Stress also affects our digestive system. Make sure you eat well and minimise intake of caffeine, alcohol, refined sugars and trans fats.
NZ has had it fair share of distress in the last six years. A natural disaster activates our stress response "fight or flight". Having trouble sleeping could be because of adrenalin. Good quality sleep is essential to help us repair and restore our body during times of stress. Stress also affects our digestive system. Make sure you eat well and minimise intake of caffeine, alcohol, refined sugars and trans fats.
